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revascularization

American  
[ree-vas-kyuh-ler-uh-zey-shuhn] / riˌvæs kjə lər əˈzeɪ ʃən /

noun

  1. the restoration of the blood circulation of an organ or area, achieved by unblocking obstructed or disrupted blood vessels or by surgically implanting replacements.


Etymology

Origin of revascularization

First recorded in 1950–55; revascularize + -ation

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A new study showed that a non-invasive imaging test can help identify patients with coronary artery blockage or narrowing who need a revascularization procedure.

From Science Daily Apr. 11, 2024

"In patients with moderate narrowing or blockage of the arteries, there can be ambiguity about who would benefit from invasive testing and revascularization procedures," Dr. Randhawa said.

From Science Daily Apr. 11, 2024

Incident CHD was defined as heart attack, angina followed by revascularization, resuscitated cardiac arrest, or CHD death.

From Forbes Aug. 21, 2012

The clinical scenarios, written by a group of cardiologists and cardiac surgeons, affirm the role of revascularization for patients with acute coronary syndromes and significant symptoms.

From Forbes Jan. 30, 2012

Only revascularization, which is simpler and safer than transplant surgery, offers many patients a chance for survival.

From Time Magazine Archive

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